I use a lot of baking chocolates in various recipes that I make. That includes chocolate chips, baking squares, cocoa powder, etc. To save money, I often buy it in bulk or when the local grocery store has it on sale. When storing your baking chocolates you need to keep them in a cool, dry and dark … [Read more...]
Home Canning Mixed Vegetables with Recipe and Tips
Our backyard garden has done really well this year. I've been picking a lot of fresh vegetables every week. Sometimes I have enough to can a full load of whatever it is that I harvested. At other times...I have a little bit of this and that which I toss together to make mixed vegetables. Here's the … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Baked Beans Recipe with Bacon
During the summertime my family enjoys eating a lot of baked beans. They're the perfect side dish to serve at a family get-together, a backyard barbecue, tailgating party...or whatever. When I make them I follow the Baked Beans Slow Cooker Recipe over on the McCormick's website. You can find their … [Read more...]
How to Freeze Butter and Margarine
We use a lot of butter and margarine in our home. Depending on what I'm making or eating...will depend on which one that I use, so I keep both on hand. To save money, I buy it in bulk or when our local grocery store is running a good sale. With that said, I don't store a slew of boxes or containers … [Read more...]
Easy Homemade Chocolate Frosting Recipe for Cupcakes
This homemade chocolate frosting recipe is easy-to-make and only requires a few basic ingredients that you most likely have on hand. The frosting can be used to top cupcakes, brownies or a delicious homemade cake. Personally though, we love it spread ontop of chocolate cupcakes! Easy Homemade … [Read more...]
Junior’s NY New York Cherry Cheesecake
Have you ever tried a Junior's NY Cheesecake? It's known as the world's most fabulous cheesecake! If you can't get to Junior's New York City restaurant to try it you can order one online! It will arrive in a cooler in perfect condition. You can then freeze it until you're ready to enjoy it or … [Read more...]
Roasted Chicken Dry Rub Recipe
This dry rub recipe is simple to throw together. It can be used to season chicken or turkey. It's also great to season wild game birds. Once you have everything mixed together store any leftover rub in a container or labeled baggie. I bought empty spice jars from Amazon that I use. Since I use this … [Read more...]
Homemde Ranch Vegetable Veggies Dip Recipe
Our backyard garden is doing fabulous this year! Every 3-4 days we're out in the garden harvesting fresh vegetables for our family to enjoy. Last week I picked banana peppers, green bell peppers, cucumbers, a head of cauliflower, cherry tomatoes and some broccoli. I brought them into the … [Read more...]